The Troy men’s basketball team won the 2017 Sun Belt championship on Sunday afternoon, earning a berth in the NCAA tournament. It is the team’s second tournament appearance, and its first since the 2003 season. The Trojans defeated the No. 4-seed Texas State 59-53 at Lakefront Arena in New Orleans.
Wesley Kirchhar
Staff Writer
Troy has punched its ticket to the big dance.
Troy defeated Texas State 59-53 for a spot in the NCAA Tournament, its first appearance since 2003 and second ever.
The Trojans (22-14, 11-8 Sun Belt), who entered the Sun Belt Conference Championship tournament as a six-seed, were led by sophomore Jordon Varnado’s 18 points and 12 rebounds.